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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, commonly referred to as UHSussex, is a prominent healthcare provider based in Great Britain. Established in 2021 through the merger of Western Sussex Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, it serves a diverse population across Sussex, particularly in Brighton, Worthing, and Haywards Heath. As a key player in the NHS, UHSussex operates within the healthcare industry, focusing on delivering high-quality patient care, advanced medical services, and innovative research. The Trust is renowned for its comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, surgical procedures, and specialist treatments, all underpinned by a commitment to patient safety and clinical excellence. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and community engagement, UHSussex has established itself as a leader in the region, consistently achieving high patient satisfaction ratings and contributing to the advancement of healthcare practices.

DitchCarbon Score

How does University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's score of 18 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,842,000 kg CO2e. This figure represents a significant reduction from 2011, when emissions were about 57,338,000 kg CO2e. The Trust's emissions data does not specify the breakdown by scope (Scope 1, 2, or 3), nor does it indicate any formal reduction targets or climate pledges. However, the notable decrease in emissions over the decade highlights a commitment to improving sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint. As the Trust continues to address climate change, further transparency and specific targets may enhance their environmental initiatives.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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